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Background Parenchymal Enhancement on Breast MRI as a Prognostic Surrogate: Correlation With Breast Cancer Oncotype Dx Score
(2021)Purpose: Breast MRI background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) can potentially serve as a prognostic marker, by possible correlation with molecular subtype. Oncotype Dx, a gene assay, is a prognostic and predictive ... -
Bacterial profile and antibiotic selection for pediatric appendicitis: A retrospective cohort study
(2023)Objective: The objective of this study was to identify the predominant bacteria cultured from the surface of removed appendices in pediatric patients with acute appendicitis and determine the appropriate choice of ... -
Bacterial profile and antibiotic selection for pediatric appendicitis: A retrospective cohort study
(2023)Objective: The objective of this study was to identify the predominant bacteria cultured from the surface of removed appendices in pediatric patients with acute appendicitis and determine the appropriate choice of ... -
BCG Vaccine–associated Complications in a Large Cohort of Children With Combined Immunodeficiencies Affecting Cellular and Humoral Immunity
(2022)Aims: To present the details of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-vaccine associated complications (VACs) in combined immunodeficiencies (CID) patients. Methods: Five centers participated in this retrospective study ... -
Bcl10 Regulates Lipopolysaccharide-Induced Pro-Fibrotic Signaling in Bronchial Fibroblasts from Severe Asthma Patients
(2022)Abstract: Subepithelial fibrosis is a characteristic hallmark of airway remodeling in asthma. Current asthma medications have limited efficacy in treating fibrosis, particularly in patients with severe asthma, necessitating ... -
Behavior change due to COVID-19 among dental academics -The theory of planned behavior: Stresses, worries, training, and pandemic severity
(2020)Objective: COVID-19 pandemic led to major life changes. We assessed the psychological impact of COVID-19 on dental academics globally and on changes in their behaviors. Methods: We invited dental academics to ... -
Behavioral Activation (BA) in the Management of Depression in an Adolescent with Down Syndrome in Dubai
(2021)Abstract: Depression has been commonly treated with psychotherapy and/or pharmacotherapy for several decades. Ongoing research in the field has suggested promise for behavioral activation (BA), a form of psychotherapeutic ... -
Beliefs, practices and knowledge of community pharmacists regarding complementary and alternative medicine: National cross-sectional study in Lebanon
(2019)Introduction: Pharmacists are uniquely positioned to provide patients with evidence-based information in order to ensure effective and safe use of Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) products. Objective: Assess ... -
The best clean catch method to collect none contaminated sample in non-toileted child
(2021)Background: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most common bacterial infections affected infants and younger children. To discover UTI, urinalysis is the test used to identify bacteria in the urine. Urinalysis is ... -
Beta-lactamase-negative ampicillin-resistant Haemophilus infuenzae type b meningitis in partially immunized immunocompetent child: a case report
(2021)Introduction: Haemophilus infuenzae is a Gram-negative coccobacillus that can cause many diferent kinds of infection, ranging from mild ear infection to life-threatening diseases like epiglottitis and meningitis. ... -
Between-ward disparities in colorectal cancer incidence and screening in Washington DC
(2015-09-04)Abstract This study aims to investigate the incidence and determinants of colorectal cancer (CRC) and its screening in District of Columbia (DC), and identify modifiable risk factors. Data (2000–2009) from the DC Cancer ... -
Beyond Anticoagulation: A Comprehensive Review of Non-Vitamin K Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs) in Inflammation and Protease-Activated Receptor Signaling
(2024-08)Abstract Non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants (NOACs) have revolutionized anticoagulant therapy, offering improved safety and efficacy over traditional agents like warfarin. This review comprehensively examines the dual roles ... -
The Bilaminar (Dual-Laminate) Protective Night Guard
(2017-07)Abstract: Tooth wear is an increasing problem for general dental practitioners. Attrition is associated with bruxism, primarily a stress related condition that is difficult to manage dentally. Direct composite restorations ... -
A Biofeedback-Based Mobile App With Serious Games for Young Adults With Anxiety in the United Arab Emirates: Development and Usability Study
(2022-08)Background: Following the outbreak of COVID-19, several studies have reported that young adults encountered a rise in anxiety symptoms, which could negatively affect their quality of life. Promising evidence suggests ... -
Biopsy Procedures in Oral Maxillofacial Practice: An Update
(2016)Abstract: Biopsy is a necessary diagnostic tool to confirm the clinical diagnosis and to make diagnosis itself based on microscopy. For microscopic examination it is necessary to provide a representative sample of the ... -
Bisphosphonates as Supplement to Dental Treatment: A Network Meta-Analysis
(2021)Abstract The objective of this study was to assess clinical measurements related to the effectiveness of bisphosphonate (BP) administration as a supplement to conventional dental treatment in patients free of bone-related ... -
Bladder leiomyoma treated with transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT): Case report
(2022-07)Introduction and importance: Bladder leiomyomas are rare benign mesenchymal tumors, accounting only about 0.43 % of all bladder tumors. These tumors are classified based on their location, where they can be endovesical, ... -
Blending Gagne’s Instructional Model with Peyton’s Approach to Design an Introductory Bioinformatics Lesson Plan for Medical Students: Proof-of-Concept Study
(2018)Background: With the rapid integration of genetics into medicine, it has become evident that practicing physicians as well as medical students and clinical researchers need to be updated on the fundamentals of bioinformatics. ... -
Blood and Salivary Amphiregulin Levels as Biomarkers for Asthma
(2020)Background: Amphiregulin (AREG) expression in asthmatic airways and sputum was shown to increase and correlate with asthma. However, no studies were carried out to evaluate the AREG level in blood and saliva of asthmatic ... -
BMC health services research title: the 2020 blast in the port of Beirut: can the Lebanese health system “build back better”?
(2020)Abstract: The August 2020 explosion in Lebanon resulted in casualties, injuries, and a great number of internally displaced persons. The blast occurred during an economically and politically complex time in the country. ...
